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1998 ROVER 4161.6L Petrol

S522 CGT

Vehicle Insight Summary

1998 ROVER 416 — Petrol, 1589cc. This vehicle has 47,673 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Expired
Expires 08/12/2022
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
1998
Engine
1589cc

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60
/ 100 · Average

Public record health check: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Finance
Locked
Write-off
Locked
Salvage
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Imported
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Exported
Locked
Scrapped
Locked
Destruction
Locked
V5C Logbook
Locked
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 07:15
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Rover 416 (S522 CGT) from 1998 show a total of 1 MOT test between December 2021 and December 2021.

Across its entire MOT history, this Rover has a 100% success rate (1 passes and 0 fails). This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There is 1 advisory notice in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

AI-powered analysis based on real MOT data and market insights.

Buying Score
72/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£650-£850
Mileage
The mileage of 47,673 miles is significa...

Our Verdict

A rare low-mileage modern classic that shows great potential but requires immediate attention to maintenance. This survivor has a history of age-related wear and deferred maintenance that necessitates a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.

Given the age and low mileage, your primary focus should be the state of rubber components. The MOT history shows multiple mentions of cracked or perished tyres, suggesting the car may have sat for long periods. Check for dry rot in hoses, belts, and suspension bushings, as these degrade over time regardless of how many miles driven. \n Ask for a full service history to verify if the 1.6L engine has had its oil changed at regular intervals; low-mileage cars often suffer from neglected maintenance. Pay close attention to the steering rack and rear suspension, as these were flagged in previous tests. Ensure the exhaust system and mounting have been properly addressed, as leaks and defective mounts were noted recently.

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